What is the opportunity? 

An exciting and fulfilling opportunity where you will execute peer benchmarking research, reporting, and analysis in RBC Capital Markets (RBC CM) Performance Management Finance. The role will provide data and insights to senior leadership by synthesising financial results, drivers, strategy, and KPIs for RBC CM’s global peer group. The position supports executive level decision-making, strategic planning, and performance improvement initiatives.

What will you do? 

• Research, analyse and interpret financial performance across peers, while identifying trends, performance drivers, and best practices
• Design and maintain robust data models leveraging tools including SQL, Python, AI, and digital platforms to ensure data integrity and analytical accuracy
• Partner with the Technology team to envision and implement transformative solutions for sourcing and visualizing benchmarking data, with emphasis on automation and enhanced data quality insights
• Generate executive insights and reporting, translating complex analysis into clear strategic takeaways, while crafting CEO/CFO presentation materials with a focus on storytelling  
• Provide benchmarking insights in support of strategic planning, business unit performance reviews, cost optimization initiatives, and capital allocation decision-making
• Monitor competitors’ strategies, financial results, and market positioning by performing industry research with the objective of tracking emerging trends affecting competitive dynamics
• Partner with Finance, Strategy, Investor Relations, and business heads in sharing data-driven findings and influencing strategic decisions

What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

• Undergraduate University Degree (in Finance, Economics or Business)
• Experience with data analytics tools (Python and SQL) and AI applications, and strong data management skills
• Executive communication with excellent oral and written presentation skills
• Ability to build strong inter-dependent relationships across functions
• Investigative, innovative, creative, and analytical mindset
• Motivated to excel in a high-pressure, high-reward environment
• Organizational skills and ability to multi-task

Nice-to-have

• Professional designation (CPA, CFA) or MBA
• Exposure to Capital Markets businesses, risk management concepts, financial reporting systems

What's in it for you? 

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual. 

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable 
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities 
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact 
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team 
• A world-class training program in financial services 
• Flexible work/life balance options 
• Opportunities to do challenging work 

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Additional Job Details

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At RBC, we are guided by living shared values of Client First, Integrity, Collaboration, Respect and Excellence and winning together as One RBC. We believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.

RBC is presently inviting candidates to apply for this existing vacancy. Applying to this posting allows you to express your interest in this current career opportunity at RBC. Qualified applicants may be contacted to review their resume in more detail.